Activities

Cervin climbing course - Hörnli Ridge

The Matterhorn ( also known as Cervin) rises above the famous mountain resorts of Zermatt, Switzerland, and Cervinia, Italy.

The almost perfect pyramidal shape of this legendary peak is worldly known. As a result Its famous emblematic image has been used in business marketing ( ie. “Toblerone” chocolate, “Paramount Studios and Pictures”.

On the 14th of July, 1865, , English mountaineer Edward Whymper became again first summitter, climbing with two guides from Zermatt , a British named Charles Hudson and Chamonix guide, Michel Croz..

During the descent, a party member unfortunately fell and caused the death of Michel Croz and Charles Hudson.

Nowadays, one finds the ascent of the Hörnli Ridge made easier thanks to the presence of fixe dropes on the most technical sections. However, the effects of altitude and a big vertical gain ( from hut to summit : 1200 m ) require to be in excellent physical shape.

Technical difficulty: A solid mountaineering experience and a strong physical shape are required for this climb. Need to master at least climbing grade 4+ It is also necessary to be well- acclimatized.

DATES : On Mondays, from mid July to end of August / early September.Please feel free to contact us anytime to check the conditions

PRICE 2017: 3000 € per person

Including :

- Organization and supervision by a State qualified high mountain guide

- Lifts

- Midday picnics

- Half board accommodation in mountain huts.

Not included :

-Personal equipment

-Accommodation in Chamonix.

-Rapatriation insurance

For any further information, feel free to contact Flore: +33 4 50 53 00 88 or by email